Police Contract, Court Ruling to Settle Lingering Police Oversight Questions

In the courtroom and the bargaining room where it happens

"...budget amid increasing fiscal constraints and a looming budget deficit...."

Aug. 9, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Even With Tax Increase, Austin ISD Will Need Significant Spending Cuts

Eliminating positions, closing schools, other possibilities on the table

"...$80 million – essentially the same number as the deficit, if voters approve a VATRE. “I just want to..."

Aug. 2, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Rise in Absenteeism Is Costing Austin Public Schools Millions

Mental illness seems to be driving the absences, group says

"...– a big chunk of the $89 million budget deficit the district is currently facing...."

June 7, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

How Much Will Rent Increase if Voters Approve Austin ISD Property Tax Boost?

Most renters can expect less than $35 change in monthly rent

"...of the solution to the district’s $89 million budget deficit. Increasing the tax rate would boost taxes on all..."

May 31, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

The Parlor Might Be Closing at the End of April

As building goes up for sale, pizza joint/music venue fundraises

"...payed [sic] a livable wage, led to a monthly deficit that our post-c0vid bank accounts could not handle.”..."

April 25, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, April 26 - May 2

"...PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): In his book Attention Deficit Disorder: A Different Perception, Thom Hartmann theorizes that distractibility..."

April 26, 2024 Column by Rob Brezsny

The Verde Report: Relax, Austin FC’s First Month Isn’t as Bad as It Looks

“It’s not like we’re behind the curve. We’re right there.”

"...thus far in 2024. Austin reversed a 1-0 halftime deficit into a 2-1 second-half lead thanks to well-worked goals..."

March 22, 2024 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

SXSW Panels Explore What’s Next for Sustainable Food

How to transition from “eco-depressed” to “making regenerative living sexy”

"...“Our society suffers from nature deficit disorder,” declares Avis. “Most people are unaware of what..."

March 8, 2024 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

Breaking Down What the HOME Initiative’s Passing Means for Austin

Council approves HOME phase one, looks ahead to phase two

"...will not do as much to bolster Austin's housing deficit as building large apartment complexes.) But, with citywide impacts,..."

Dec. 15, 2023 News Feature by Austin Sanders

How to Watch Willie Nelson’s Friday Hall of Fame Induction, and More Music News

An Electric Church-saving fundraiser and major Latin music lineup

"...says funds will be used "to address our rent deficit, tackle the overdue building repairs, ensure our staff's well-being,..."

Nov. 3, 2023 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Preschool Funding Loophole has Tax Dollars Going to Religious Schools. Who Benefits?

Private school partnerships boost district enrollment

"...for Hicks' tiny district, which was facing a $500,000 deficit. "It puts me in the black and lets me..."

Oct. 27, 2023 News Feature by Rob D'Amico

Abbott Says He’s About to Score on School Vouchers, but … Really?

Democrats suspect he’s bluffing

"...their governor is saying they may have a budget deficit at the state level, because the voucher program has..."

Oct. 13, 2023 News Post by Brant Bingamon

Aviation Staffing Crisis Increasing Near-Collisions at Austin Airport

New York Times investigation finds close calls more likely

"...due to the pandemic, so they’re working from a deficit. And they expect to lose 1,400 controllers next year...."

Oct. 11, 2023 News Post by Lina Fisher

Is Kyle’s Water Problem a Microcosm of Central Texas Drought Issues?

Straight outta water

"...supply and not looking at the possibility of a deficit until 2070. Kyle, on the other hand, is looking..."

Sept. 29, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Rolling Blackouts Almost Happened Last Night. What About Tonight?

Risk of outages "very real," mayor says

"...Level 1, around 7:30pm last night. That suggests the deficit took them by surprise, though energy experts are still..."

Sept. 7, 2023 News Post by Lina Fisher

Layoffs at County’s Largest Mental Health Provider Approved by Board of Trustees

Nurse describes “sloppy and dysfunctional” leadership

"...The staff-proposed budget will close that deficit through about 6% of spending cuts from the agency’s..."

Sept. 1, 2023 News Post by Austin Sanders

How to Navigate the Adderall Shortage

Coping, supporting friends, and avoiding laced pills

"...to a variety of other commonly prescribed medications for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, like Vyvanse and Concerta. For a lot..."

Aug. 18, 2023 News Feature by Jasmine Lane

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...The cost, not yet calculated, will deepen the budget deficit the district is facing...."

July 28, 2023 News Feature

Point Austin: On the Border and Elsewhere, Gov. Abbott Suffers the Little Children

Best governor in the nation? Depends on who you ask.

"...across the state, abandoned by the Legislature, are employing deficit budgets in order to pay their teachers, or risk..."

July 21, 2023 News Post by Michael King

The Luv Doc: Yukking It Up

Australians are hilarious even when they're not trying to be. That's just facts.

"...good judgment. I also have a bit of an attention-deficit disorder, which makes me think I maybe should have..."

March 17, 2023 Column by The Luv Doc

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, March 3-9

"...for this lack, but you are still running a deficit. That's the bad news, Capricorn. The good news is..."

March 3, 2023 Column by Rob Brezsny

Top 10 Moments of Austin FC’s 2022 Season

The highs from Verde's sophomore season

"...one on Aug. 13 to rescue another early 0-2 deficit, this time at home against Sporting Kansas City. Five..."

Dec. 16, 2022 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

AfroTech Comes to Austin, Highlights Barriers to EV Ownership

GM exec says electric vehicles need to be accessible

"...The convention started in 2016 in response to a deficit of Black representation in the tech space. Now, AfroTech..."

Nov. 25, 2022 News Feature by Leena Alali

Oh, This $20 Electric Bill Hike?

It’s on top of the other one

"...proposed base rate increase, AE says the utility's "existing deficit and ... rising costs" are driving higher bills for..."

Sept. 30, 2022 News Feature by Lina Fisher

The Verde Report: Austin FC and the Virtue of Making Mistakes

Is perfection overrated?

"...Verde and Black has battled back from a two-goal deficit to rescue a draw or a win. The fact..."

Aug. 19, 2022 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

Driussi Wizardry Not Enough for Austin FC in Loss to New York Red Bulls

The Oaks fall 4-3 at home

"...corner of the Red Bull net to halve the deficit. Un gol de lujo de @SebadriussiOk! 💥 pic.twitter.com/dInShsXSPB— Austin..."

July 25, 2022 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

AISD Teachers Keep Planning Time; Admin Layoffs Likely

7 of 8 just won’t do

"...as a way to close the district's growing budget deficit, currently sitting at $62.2 million...."

Feb. 18, 2022 News Feature by Morgan O’Hanlon

AISD Weighs Schedule Change to Fix Budget Woes

Proposal would cut planning time for teachers in half

"...a last-ditch solution to fix the district's growing budget deficit, currently sitting at $62.2 million...."

Jan. 28, 2022 News Feature by Morgan O’Hanlon

Labor Unrest Ensues as Via 313 Fumbles Worker Appeal

A hot, melty mess

"...may think it's going to put you in a deficit or cost you way too much to pay workers..."

Jan. 14, 2022 News Feature by Melanie Haupt

Via 313 Workers Protest for COVID, Employment Protections

Staff claim management suspended them following petition

"...may think it's going to put you in a deficit or cost you way too much to pay workers..."

Jan. 9, 2022 Food Post by Melanie Haupt

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